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Advanced Traffic Design Engineer

Arkansas Department of Transportation

Multiple U.S. locationsJob$79K/yrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$79K/yr
Location
Multiple U.S. locations
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Engineer Intern Certification, requiredValid Driver's License, required

Job overview

The Advanced Traffic Design Engineer designs complex traffic control systems, highway illumination, and signing, and investigates and recommends actions to improve highway capacity and safety. The role develops traffic-operation recommendations, prepares design plans and estimates, reviews project materials and equipment, and provides traffic engineering expertise to department divisions, districts, and local governments. It also involves working with signal-system software and traveling to project sites and meetings.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Traffic Engineering, requiredWiring Diagrams, requiredConstruction Specifications, requiredConstruction Techniques, requiredOrganizational Skills, requiredProject Management, requiredAttention to Detail, requiredOral Communication, requiredWritten Communication, requiredMicrosoft Office, requiredMicrosoft Word, requiredMicrosoft Excel, requiredMicrosoft Outlook, required

Qualifications

Arkansas PE License or Civil Engineering Degree, required3 Years Engineering Experience, requiredEngineer Intern Certification, requiredValid Driver's License, required

Full job description

Salary: $79,456 USD per year

Description

Posting closes on 11/12/2026

This position is responsible for the design of complex traffic control systems, highway illumination and signing, and for the investigation, study, and recommendation of action to increase highway capacity and safety.

Examples of Work

The following examples are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. No attempt is made to be exhaustive. Related, similar, or other logical duties are performed as assigned. The Department may require employees to perform functions beyond those contained in job descriptions. The Department may modify job descriptions based on Department needs. The Arkansas Department of Transportation is an "at will" employer.

  • Investigate, compile data, analyze, and develop recommendations for traffic operation improvements.

  • Prepare design plans which include specifications, material quantities, and cost estimate.

  • Review material and equipment to be used in projects for the installation of traffic control devices.

  • Coordinate and prepare design plans for inclusion in Roadway Design and State Aid plans.

  • Provide traffic engineering expertise to various Divisions, Districts, and local government.

  • Work closely with Signal System software.

  • Travel to project locations to view job sites or to attend project meetings as a subject matter expert.

Minimum Requirements

Education and experience : Possession of a current Arkansas license to practice professional engineering OR graduation from an EAC of ABET approved civil engineering curriculum or equivalent as judged by the Arkansas Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Three years of engineering experience, including experience in traffic engineering.

Knowledge, skills and abilities : Ability to develop and interpret wiring diagrams. Knowledge of construction specifications and techniques. Strong organizational skills, ability to manage diverse project assignments, attention to detail, and demonstrated proficient oral and written communication skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel and Outlook.

Working conditions : Office environment. In-state travel with occasional out-of-state travel.

Licenses, registrations and certifications : Engineer Intern certification. Valid driver’s license.

(“EAC of ABET” means Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.)

  • The Department will consider applicants with Professional Engineering licenses from other states, with the condition that a reciprocal Arkansas license be obtained within 180 days of hire. Failure to obtain the Arkansas license within this time period may result in immediate termination. Candidates are responsible for verifying eligibility for reciprocity with the Arkansas PE Board before accepting a position.

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